Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
22
Nov
2025
How Flavoring Services Boost Pediatric Medication Adherence
Flavoring services transform bitter pediatric medications into kid-friendly tastes like grape and bubblegum, boosting adherence from 53% to over 90%. Learn how this simple pharmacy service reduces stress and improves health outcomes.
20
Nov
2025
Adherence Tracking: Digital Tools for Managing Generics
Digital adherence tools help patients take generic medications consistently, reducing hospital visits and saving healthcare costs. Learn how smart pillboxes, SMS reminders, and pharmacy dashboards improve compliance-and what works best for real people.
20
Nov
2025
Why Prescription Drug Prices Are So High in the United States
Americans pay up to three times more for prescription drugs than other wealthy nations. This isn't about quality or innovation - it's about a broken system that lets drugmakers set any price. Here's why.
19
Nov
2025
Pain Medications: Opioids vs Non-Opioids - What’s Safer and Why
Opioids aren't more effective than non-opioid pain meds for chronic pain - but they're far riskier. New research and guidelines show safer alternatives like NSAIDs and Journavx work just as well without the danger of addiction or overdose.
19
Nov
2025
Counterfeit Drugs in Developing Nations: How Fake Medicines Are Killing Millions
Counterfeit drugs in developing nations kill over 100,000 children yearly and fuel deadly drug resistance. With 1 in 10 medicines fake in low-income countries, this crisis demands urgent global action.
18
Nov
2025
Medroxyprogesterone for Men: What It’s Used For and What Side Effects to Watch For
Medroxyprogesterone for men lowers testosterone to treat conditions like prostate cancer or compulsive behavior. Learn the common and serious side effects, how it compares to alternatives, and what to expect when you start or stop.
18
Nov
2025
Older Adults on SSRIs: How to Prevent Hyponatremia and Falls
SSRIs help older adults with depression but raise the risk of hyponatremia and falls. Learn who's most at risk, what symptoms to watch for, safer alternatives, and how to prevent serious complications.
17
Nov
2025
NSAID Safety: Ibuprofen and Naproxen Over-the-Counter Guidance
Ibuprofen and naproxen are common OTC pain relievers, but they carry serious risks including heart attack, stomach bleeding, and kidney damage. Learn safe dosing, who should avoid them, and safer alternatives.
16
Nov
2025
Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Trigger Points and How to Release Them
Myofascial pain syndrome is caused by trigger points in muscles that refer pain elsewhere. Learn how to identify them, what causes them, and the most effective release techniques-from dry needling to self-massage-with real-world results.
16
Nov
2025
Tentative Approval and Litigation: How Generic Drug Companies Wait for Market Entry
Tentative approval lets generic drug makers prepare for market entry before patents expire. Learn how the FDA’s process works, why litigation matters, and how companies time their launch to win the 180-day exclusivity window.
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